Organizational Savvy & Political Intelligence – 1 Day Course in Melbourne

Schedule

Fri, 12 Dec, 2025 at 09:00 am to Fri, 27 Mar, 2026 at 10:00 pm

UTC+11:00

Location

Regus 120 Collins Street | Melbourne, VI

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Build confidence and integrity to navigate internal dynamics, influence key decisions, and strengthen stakeholder relationships.
About this Event

Bring your team and save:

1. Groups of three or more receive a 10% discount

2. Organizations hosting an in-house session with 10+ participants enjoy a 15% discount.


Duration: 1 Full Day (9:00 AM – 5:00 PM)

Delivery Mode: Classroom (In-Person)

Language: English

Credits: 8 PDUs / Training Hours

Certification: Course Completion Certificate

Refreshments: Lunch, beverages, and light snacks will be provided during the session.


Course Overview:

This intensive 1 Day workshop equips professionals with the skills to understand and navigate organizational structures, informal networks, and power dynamics. Participants learn how influence works within teams and across departments, how to communicate strategically, and how to build strong professional credibility. The workshop emphasizes ethical political intelligence ensuring participants use influence positively, build alignment, and strengthen trust while advancing business goals. Real-life scenarios, role-plays, simulations, and strategy building exercises will help participants internalize practical approaches to impact workplace decisions effectively.


Learning Outcomes:

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

  • Recognize formal and informal power structures in your organization
  • Build strong, trust-based stakeholder relationships
  • Communicate strategically to gain support and alignment
  • Influence decisions ethically and confidently
  • Manage conflicts and political dynamics constructively
  • Develop an actionable personal influence strategy

Target Audience:
  • Recognize formal and informal power structures in your organization
  • Build strong, trust-based stakeholder relationships
  • Communicate strategically to gain support and alignment
  • Influence decisions ethically and confidently
  • Manage conflicts and political dynamics constructively
  • Develop an actionable personal influence strategy

Why is it the Right Fit for You?

This workshop bridges practical organizational awareness with modern influence strategies. You will learn how decisions are shaped and how to navigate internal networks authentically without compromising values.

You will leave with a clear, personalized influence plan they can immediately apply in real workplace situations, helping them gain visibility, trust, and strategic impact.

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Looking to train your entire team?
An in-house version is available and can be customized to your organizational structure, culture, and leadership development goals.

Contact us today to schedule a customized in-house, face-to-face session:


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Agenda
Module 1: Understanding Influence in Organizations

Info: • The nature of organizational politics and informal networks
• Recognizing power centers and decision pathways
• Building presence and credibility
• Icebreaker Activity


Module 2: Stakeholder Mapping & Relationship Strategy

Info: • Identifying key influencers, supporters, and blockers
• Mapping interests, motivations, and communication patterns
• Developing a stakeholder engagement strategy
• Team Simulation


Module 3: Strategic Communication for Influence

Info: • Tailoring messages to different stakeholders
• Communicating with confidence and clarity
• Managing pushback and objections
• Case Study


Module 4: Ethical Political Intelligence

Info: • The difference between positive influence vs. manipulation
• Navigating conflicts of interest respectfully
• Protecting personal integrity and reputation
• Role Play


Module 5: Decision-Making Through Influence

Info: • Gaining sponsorship for ideas and initiatives
• Negotiating alignment across teams
• Securing commitment and follow-through
• Group Discussion


Module 6: Conflict Navigation & Relationship Repair

Info: • Recognizing and managing political tension
• Restoring trust and rebuilding cooperation
• Managing difficult personalities constructively
• Activity


Module 7: Personal Influence Action Plan

Info: • Translating insights into daily influence practices
• Developing a visibility and relationship roadmap
• Strengthening influence habits for long-term success
• Personal Action Plan


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Where is it happening?

Regus 120 Collins Street, MELBOURNE, 120 Collins Street Level 31 & 50 120 Collins Street, Australia

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